WoW: The War Within - What To Do Before Season 1 Starts
With the upcoming release of World of Warcraft The War Within expansion, there are things you should know to help you start your journey. Preparation is key, and in this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to get ready for The War Within.
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By taking these steps, you'll be ready to jump into the new expansion and enjoy all it offers. Remember, the best preparation is a mix of practical steps and excitement to explore the game's new content.
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What's New in The War Within Release
All The War Within Release Dates:
- Pre-Patch Release: July 23rd
- Radiant Echoes Pre-Patch Event: July 30th
- Early Access: August 22nd
- Full Launch: August 26th, 2024
On July 23rd, the pre-patch for The War Within drops, bringing Warbands. This feature makes it easier to share resources between all your characters through a connected Warband bank, improving gameplay.
Also, there will be hundreds of new mounts for the new Sky Riding system, an upgrade from Dragonflight's Dragon Riding.
Starting July 30th, the Radiant Echo pre-patch event begins. You'll do activities worldwide, earn new currency, and spend it on mounts, armor, pets, and high-upgrade gear. It's great for gearing up alts. The event runs until the expansion releases on August 26th. Premium edition buyers get early access on August 22nd.
But with the release, some achievements and rewards will also be removed. This is your last chance to get them. Let's see.
Last Chance for Rewards Before The War Within
Completing Mythic+ achievements should be a top priority before Season 1 begins.
Now is the time to earn achievements, titles, mounts, and transmog sets before they disappear. This section highlights the top rewards and gives tips on how to get them:
Mythic+ Achievements
Keystone Achievements
Achieving a high Mythic+ rating not only demonstrates your skill but also unlocks exclusive rewards. Here are the key achievements:
| Achievement | How to Obtain |
|---|---|
| Dragonflight Keystone Explorer: Season Four | Complete a Mythic+ dungeon within the time limit during Dragonflight Season Four. |
| Dragonflight Keystone Conqueror: Season Four | Attain a Mythic+ Rating of at least 1500 during Dragonflight Season Four. |
| Dragonflight Keystone Master: Season Four | Attain a Mythic+ Rating of at least 2000 during Dragonflight Season Four. |
| Dragonflight Keystone Hero: Season Four | Attain a Mythic+ Rating of at least 2500 during Dragonflight Season Four. |
| Draconic Hero: Dragonflight Season 4 | End Dragonflight Mythic+ Season 4 with a Mythic+ Rating in the top 0.1% of all players in your region. |
Keystone Hero Achievements
These achievements are tied to completing specific dungeons on higher difficulties. Here’s what you need to know:
| Achievement | How to Obtain | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Hero: Halls of Infusion | Complete Halls of Infusion at Mythic Level 20 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of the Titanic Reservoir — Teleport to Halls of Infusion. |
| Keystone Hero: Neltharus | Complete Neltharus at Mythic Level 10 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of the Obsidian Hoard — Teleport to Neltharus. |
| Keystone Hero: Algeth'ar Academy | Complete Algeth’ar Academy at Mythic Level 10 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of the Draconic Diploma — Teleport to Algeth’ar Academy. |
| Keystone Hero: Uldaman: Legacy of Tyr | Complete Uldaman: Legacy of Tyr at Mythic Level 10 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of the Watcher's Legacy — Teleport to Uldaman: Legacy of Tyr. |
| Keystone Hero: Brackenhide Hollow | Complete Brackenhide Hollow at Mythic Level 10 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of the Rotting Woods — Teleport to Brackenhide Hollow. |
| Keystone Hero: Ruby Life Pools | Complete Ruby Life Pools within the time limit at Mythic Level 10 or higher. | Path of the Clutch Defender — Teleport to Ruby Life Pools. |
| Keystone Hero: The Nokhud Offensive | Complete The Nokhud Offensive at Mythic Level 10 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of the Windswept Plains — Teleport to The Nokhud Offensive. |
| Keystone Hero: The Azure Vault | Complete The Azure Vault at Mythic Level 20 or higher, within the time limit. | Path of Arcane Secrets — Teleport to The Azure Vault. |
Awakened Raids
Don't miss your last chance to conquer Awakened Raids. Awakened Raids are currently active, but they will soon be gone when The War Within starts. Here’s the list of the achievements and rewards that will no longer be obtainable after Season 1 begins:
| Achievement | How to Obtain | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Awakening the Dragonflight Raids | Complete all three Awakened raids on Normal difficulty or higher in Dragonflight Season 4. | Dragonflight Raid Teleports |
| Heroic: Awakening the Dragonflight Raids | Complete all three Awakened raids on Heroic difficulty or higher in Dragonflight Season 4. | Renewed Proto-Drake: Embodiment of the Blazing, Renewed Proto-Drake: Embodiment of the Storm-Eater Renewed Proto-Drake: Embodiment of Shadowflame |
| Mythic: Awakening the Dragonflight Raids | Complete all three Awakened raids on Mythic difficulty or higher in Dragonflight Season 4. | Highland Drake: Embodiment of the Hellforged from Mythic Sarkareth Reins of Anu'relos, Flame's Guidance from Mythic Fyrakk Voyaging Wilderling's Harness |
Get these rewards before they’re gone and make the most of your time in WoW!
Season 4 PvP Rewards
As The War Within release nears, you've got limited time to score exclusive PvP rewards from Dragonflight Season 4. These rewards show off your skills with some epic sets and mounts. Here's what you need to know:
| Achievement | How to Obtain | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Draconic Combatant | Win Rated PvP matches during Dragonflight Season 4 while at 1000 rating or higher. | Vicious Dreamtalon |
| Elite: Dragonflight Season 4 | Earn the rank of Elite during Dragonflight Season 4. | Title ‘The Elite’ |
| Gladiator: Dragonflight Season 4 | Win 50 Games as a Gladiator in Dragonflight Season 4 in 3v3. | Draconic Gladiator's Drake mount and Elite Gear Sets |
| Draconic Gladiator: Dragonflight Season 4 | End Dragonflight PvP Season 4 in the top 0.1% of the 3v3 arena ladder (requires 150 games won in Dragonflight Season 4). | Title ‘Draconic Gladiator’ |
| Draconic Legend: Dragonflight Season 4 | End Dragonflight PvP Season 4 in the top 0.1% of the Solo Shuffle ladder (requires 50 games won in Dragonflight Season 4). | Title ‘Draconic Legend’ |
| Hero of the Horde: Draconic | End Dragonflight Season 4 in the top 0.5% of the rated battleground ladder (requires 50 games won in Dragonflight Season 4). | Special Title ‘Hero of the Horde’ |
| Hero of the Alliance: Draconic | End Dragonflight Season 4 in the top 0.5% of the rated battleground ladder (requires 50 games won in Dragonflight Season 4). | Special Title ‘Hero of the Alliance’ |
Changes in Classes Leveling and Tier List
The War Within expansion introduces new hero talent trees and specs that will significantly impact gameplay, shaking up current best classes rankings and adding fresh dynamics to raids, dungeons, PvP, and open-world content.
It's not a must, but here's what will give you a big edge:
- Get your alts ready for the new specs by leveling up now. With Warbands, you can transfer resources and currency, use Warbound items, and more. Having 3-4 max-level alts lets you fully enjoy these features right away.
- Meet the new Earthen Allied Race and how to unlock it in The War Within Earthen guide; you might want to try it out.
- Join weekly events like the Darkmoon Faire and Timewalking raids and dungeons to level up quickly.
- With WoW MoP Remix, you can use the Cloak of Infinite Power, which boosts your stats and XP gains from Infinite Power achievements, making it easier to level your alts.
- Also, consider leveling an Evoker to 70 and parking it in Stormwind or Orgrimmar. In The War Within, Evokers will start at level 10 instead of 58, similar to the changes made to Death Knights and Demon Hunters in previous expansions.
The Best Classes Tier List
To stay on top, find out which classes and specializations with their new changes and hero talents will dominate in The War Within Season 1! For this, we have prepared several tier lists for you:
- WoW The War Within Class Tier List
- The Best Tanks in The War Within
- The Best Healers in The War Within
- The Best Damage Dealers in The War Within
Your characters will go straight into The War Within when it launches, so you'll be set to jump into the new content right away.
The Mage Tower in The War Within
Before The War Within launches, hit the Mage Tower, a tough solo challenge that tests your class skills with unique rewards like exclusive transmogs and achievements.
It might get harder or change soon, like in Dragonflight, so beat it now while it's still balanced to avoid future difficulties.
Boost your chances in the Mage Tower with affordable consumables like gems, enchants, flasks, and potions - stock up now to boost your performance without spending too much.
Mage Tower Rewards:
- Unique Transmogs: Flaunt special appearances for your gear.
- Achievements: Earn accolades that could become legacy feats in The War Within.
- Mounts and Pets: Occasionally, you might also score exclusive mounts and pets.
Tips & Tricks to Prepare for The War Within
Get ready for The War Within expansion with these essential tips:
- Farm Gold: Gather gold by using gathering professions, crafting items, or selling rare transmog items. Having gold will make your transition smoother.
- Clean Up Your Bank: Organize your bank and bags. Sell old crafting materials that will lose value with the new expansion. This will simplify transitioning into the new expansion and help you keep track of important items and resources.
- Upgrade Your Gear: Get higher item level gear to make the early stages of Season 1 easier. Participate in current events to get the best gear.
- Boost Your Progress: You can always count on help with any challenges using The War Within Boost.
- Participate in the Pre-Patch Event: Participate in this event to get a head start on new content and earn exclusive rewards.
- Maximize Efficiency: Prioritize time-sensitive goals, especially achievements and rewards that will soon be unavailable.
Final Thoughts
As The War Within approaches, preparing ahead can really boost your gameplay. Focus on achievements, sort your inventory, and get to know the new features. You’ll be set to dive into the new content and enjoy everything Azeroth has to offer.
Change Log
- 30.07.2024 - WoW: The War Within - What To Do Before Season 1 Starts guide published.